Business Setup in Umm Al Quwain

Umm Al Quwain, a thriving economy, acts as a hub for trading and industrial companies. The emirate’s growing popularity as a feasible investment destination has been attracting businesses from all over, be it on mainland or free zone.

Umm Al Quwain is one of the most cost-efficient free zones in UAE that offers widest range of activities. It is ideal for SMEs and micro-businesses.

Benefits of setting up a company in UAQ Free Zone

Strategic Location

Affordable Licenses

Diverse license options

100 % direct tax free

Complete ownership

100% repatriation of capital and profits.

Cost-effective leasing options

Types of License

Commercial License

Authorizes import, export, distribution and storage of products and can have 10 similar or 3 different product lines

General Trading License

Permits trading across a wide range of sectors, excluding some such as tobacco, alcohol, pharmaceuticals and crude oil

Consultancy License

For entities that offer expert or professional advice

Premium consultancy

Permits consultancy across different sectors that include Real Estate, Tourism, Oil and Gas engineering, Legal, Financial, Investment, Shipping and Logistics and Aviation.

Micro Business Licence

For organizations that do not need a physical office or a visa and is on low budget.

Freelance permit

The license is meant for people who work in technology, media and film sectors, and is issued to talent, creative and selected administrative roles.